US Bridges

US 36 over CSX RR CR 500 S

Fair

Vermillion County, Indiana · 01.64 W SR 63 · Structure no. 011450

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
272 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,780
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 36 over CSX RR CR 500 S is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 36 over CSX RR CR 500 S in Vermillion County, Indiana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,780 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,780 by 2027. The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 36
CrossesCSX RR CR 500 S
Location01.64 W SR 63
RouteU.S. Route 36
CountyVermillion County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.80007, -87.43828
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length272 ft (82.9 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,780 (2017)
Projected traffic1,780 by 2027
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 36 over CSX RR CR 500 S built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 36 over CSX RR CR 500 S in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does US 36 over CSX RR CR 500 S carry?

About 1,780 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 36 over CSX RR CR 500 S?

The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 36 over CSX RR CR 500 S?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.